10 Questions
What is the primary goal of administering oxygen to patients with myocardial infarction?
To prevent tissue hypoxemia
What is the primary mechanism of action of beta blockers in the management of myocardial infarction?
Reduce infarct size and decrease oxygen demand
What is the primary indication for the use of calcium channel blockers in the management of myocardial infarction?
To decrease spasm
What is the primary role of anticoagulants in the management of myocardial infarction?
To decrease incidence of embolic complications
What is the primary goal of nursing management in patients with myocardial infarction?
To balance myocardial oxygen supply and demand
What is the primary complication of sudden cardiac death?
Occurrence in less than 1 hour
What is the primary mechanism of action of morphine in the management of myocardial infarction?
Decrease anxiety and restlessness
What is the primary indication for the use of percutaneous transluminal coronary intervention (PCI) in the management of myocardial infarction?
To restore blood flow to the ischemic myocardium
What is the primary goal of administering positive inotropic drugs in the management of myocardial infarction?
To increase contractility
What is the primary indication for the use of antiplatelet agents in the management of myocardial infarction?
To decrease release of platelets and prevent vasoconstriction
Learn about the diagnosis and complications of myocardial infarction, including ECG manifestations, cardiac biomarkers, and post-MI course complications.
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